The cheapest and fastest trains from Reading to Coventry
- Cheapest price on Nov 15
- €37
- Average ticket price on Nov 15
- €37
- Fastest journey on Nov 15
- 1 h 12 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 15
- 1 h 12 m
- Trains on Nov 15
- 1
- Distance
- 112 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Reading to Coventry is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Reading to Coventry will cost around €37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €37.
On Sun, Nov 15, we found 1 trains from Reading to Coventry, including 1 direct services.
On Sun, Nov 15 the direct trains cover the 112 km distance in an average of 1 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 12 m .
On Sun, Nov 15 the slowest trains will take 1 h 12 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

9:15 AM 1h12 Reading 10:27 AM Coventry €37 1 One-way 0 transfers

9:15 AM 1h12 Reading 10:27 AM Coventry €37 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Reading to Coventry
Trains from Reading to Coventry run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €25 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:35, the last at 23:34. The fastest train covers the 112 km distance in 1h 10m.
Distance 112 km |
Average train duration 1h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price €25 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 10m |
First train 1:35 AM |
Last train 11:34 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
Live departures
Reading to Coventry train times
The table below shows live departures for Reading to Coventry trains for tomorrow, Sunday, November 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:15 AM Reading | 1h12 | 10:27 AM Coventry | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Reading and Coventry
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
FAQs: Trains from Reading to Coventry
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading to Coventry by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Coventry, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Reading to Coventry
Most Reading to Coventry trains use the Reading to Coventry station pair. Use this guide to compare Reading and Coventry train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Reading station do trains to Coventry leave from?
Getting to Reading from Reading city centre
Reading train station facilities and services
Reading has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Reading.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Reading.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Reading.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Reading: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Reading: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Reading: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: platforms can be reached via lift and bridge, ticket office is step free, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Accessible low-level Pay Phone is available at the station main concourse. Please request staff assistance if you need to, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxi are available at the station entrance. please request staff assistance if you need to, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office and at the car park, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Coventry station do trains from Reading arrive at?
Getting to Coventry from Coventry city centre
Coventry train station facilities and services
Coventry has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Coventry.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Coventry. ATMs are available at Coventry.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Coventry. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Coventry: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Coventry: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Coventry: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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